With the arrival of the new Ducati Panigale V2, it was unthinkable not to create a new Streetfighter. Since the first V4, Ducati has applied the “Fight Formula” to every new Panigale, creating exciting naked bikes on the road and high-performance ones on the circuit. In the case of the new Streetfighter V2, the formula is very simple: 890 cc engine, Panigale V2 chassis, 175 kg in weight, wide and high handlebars, and no fairing to act as a filter between the rider and the elements.
The new V2 is the lightest Streetfighter ever created by Ducati (-18 kg compared to the previous model) thanks to a chassis based on a monocoque frame and the new 90° V2 engine, modern and efficient. A bike that is therefore nimble and at the same time stable and rigorous at high speeds, as fast as the previous one on the kerbs of a track and even more enjoyable and fun on the road and in everyday use. More intuitive to ride, lively and enjoyable thanks to the lightness and torque of the V2, capable of giving the rider a great feeling from the first contact, the new Streetfighter is as faithful as ever to the “spirito molesto” – troublemaker spirit – of the original.
New Streetfighter V2 :: Design
The design of the new V2 retrieves the typical stylistic features of the Streetfighter family, eliminating the fairing and thus highlighting the mechanical base of the supersport bike from which it derives. The masses are thus concentrated on the front, transmitting an image of attitude and dynamism and highlighting the compact size of the new V2 engine. The “look” of the front, sharp and menacing, traced by the Full-LED headlights and the DRL, makes up an immediately recognizable profile.
As on the Panigale V2, the rear is completely faired, creating a monolithic effect between the seat and the tail that recalls that of the Desmosedici MotoGP. The full-LED rear light is divided into two parts, and the exhaust ends with silencers positioned under the seat. Both hark back to a Ducati tradition that has its roots in the first Superbikes, and underline the sporty soul of the bike.
The design of the new six-spoke light alloy wheels with a “Y” profile, arranged into three groups, represents a modern reinterpretation of the iconic look of the three Marchesini spokes. The black of the wheels highlights the full Ducati Red livery.
New Streetfighter V2 :: Engine
The Streetfighter V2 mounts the new 90° V2 engine with variable timing for the intake valves, Euro5+ homologated, 890 cc and 120 hp. Its weight of just 54.4 kg (-9.5 kg compared to the Superquadro it replaces) makes it the lightest twin-cylinder ever produced by Ducati, and its torque curve, with 70% of the maximum value already available at 3,000 rpm, ensures that riding is always exciting, even on the road. Those who want to use it on the track can mount the racing exhaust, which increases the maximum power to 126 hp, with a weight reduction of 4.5 kg.
All this makes the Streetfighter V2 enjoyable and fun when it comes to sportbike riding. The new Streetfighter V2 S weighs just 175 kg, a fact that combined with the power of 120 hp determines a
power/weight ratio of 0.68 hp/kg.
New Streetfighter V2 :: Chassis
The Streetfighter V2 frame is a lightweight and efficient monocoque, which uses the engine as a stressed element. The double-sided swingarm is inspired in design by the Hollow Symmetrical Swingarm of the Panigale V4 and offers the same benefits in terms of stability when coming out of corners and feeling when riding on the track, where it allows the rider to make the most of modern slick tyres. The suspension is fully adjustable, to allow the rider to customize the set-up of the new naked Ducati.
It features a Marzocchi fork, Kayaba rear shock absorber and Sachs steering damper, while the Streetfighter V2 S offers its rider a more premium package, consisting of an Öhlins fork and rear shock absorber, in addition to the lithium-ion battery that reduces its weight.
The new cast wheels mount Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres in sizes 120/70 and 190/55, which combine handling and footprint, enhancing the sporty qualities of the Streetfighter V2. The Brembo front braking system consists of two 320 mm discs and M50 monobloc calipers, which offers power for track use and modulability for road use.
New Streetfighter V2 :: Electronics
The Streetfighter V2 is equipped with a six-axis IMU inertial platform, thus supporting a complete and effective electronics package, to offer safety for road use and performance on the circuit. The electronic equipment includes sporting ABS Cornering with slide-by-brake functionality, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control and the new Ducati Quick Shift 2.0, the same system used on the Panigale V4, standard on both versions.
The rider can instantly change its behaviour by choosing between 4 Riding Modes (Race, Sport, Road, Wet) that offer pre-configured and user-modifiable intervention levels for all controls and engine response. In this way, with a simple press of a button it is possible to adapt the Panigale V2 to the rider’s preferences and to the various riding situations.
The dashboard is a new 5” TFT with an Infomode-based user interface conceptually derived from that of the new Panigale V4. The three views – Road, Road Pro and Track – are designed to allow the rider to concentrate on riding, highlighting the most relevant information for each context with a rational and complete display.
The rider interface has been streamlined, integrating the information as much as possible in order to reduce its density and therefore improve readability. The rev counter, for example, also acts as a gear shift indicator, lighting up green in the ideal regime for shifting up, and red when over-revving.
New Streetfighter V2 :: Accessories
The new Streetfighter V2 has several accessories to increase its performance on the track or make it more versatile for road use. With the aforementioned racing exhaust, reserved for use on the circuit, you can increase the maximum power to 126 hp and reduce the weight of the bike by 4.5 kg. And the Lap Timer Pro self-timing system, using the Track Infomode, displays lap times, split times and improvements in the rider’s performance in real time.
Those who wish to enjoy the Streetfighter V2 to the fullest on the road can mount Cruise control, Turn-by turn navigator and a USB power socket to power the smartphone or the TPMS tyre pressure sensor.
New Streetfighter V2 :: Availability and colours
The new Streetfighter V2 will arrive in dealerships in the two versions at the end of March 2025, in Ducati Red livery only. The Streetfighter V2 will be offered in a two-seater configuration, while the Streetfighter V2 S will be available in a single-seater configuration with a passenger kit available as an accessory. Both are also offered in a 35 kW version for motorcyclists with an A2 license.
